This excursion will take you to the most valuable treasure troves of Egypt. You can enjoy your time there by visiting the Bahariya Oasis, the Black Desert, Crystal Mountain, White Desert National Park, and the Mummies Museum.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Private group available
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 2 days
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English, Arabic, Italian, French, Spanish, German
- Pickup included
- Pickup is available from your hotel or selected location in Cairo or Giza. You will be contacted via WhatsApp, email, or phone the day before the tour to confirm the exact pickup time.
Experience
Highlights
- Sightsee the wonders of Bahariya Oasis
- Experience the unique views of Crystal Mountain
- Feel the ambience of the White Desert National Park Museum
- Enjoy an overnight stay at Al Haiz
- Visit the Mummies Museum, a huge burial site at Bahariya Oasis
Full description
Day 1: Cairo to Bahariya Oasis, White Desert Tour
Your exhilarating trip to the White Desert and Bahariya Oasis will commence with a prompt pickup from your hotel or selected location in Cairo or Giza. Your guide will then take you to the Bahariya Oasis, which is 4 hours away from Cairo. Upon reaching the destination, you will be served with lunch at a local restaurant.
You will then be taken to the Black Desert, which is noted for its black volcanic hills and dolerite rocks. You will then drive towards the Crystal Mountain in the Valley of Agabat, to behold the quartz crystal deposits.
Head to the White Desert National Park, where you can witness the elegant wind-carved rock formations. Afterwards, you will be transferred back to the campsite at Al Haiz, where you will be served with a delicious dinner.
Day 2: Bahariya Oasis Tour, Drive back to Cairo
You will kick start your day with breakfast at the campsite. Afterwards, set off to the Bahariya Oasis to visit the Valley of the Golden Mummies, a large burial site in the Western Desert of Egypt and the Tomb of Bannantiu. Later you can visit the English House, the sand dunes, and the Salt Lake at Bawiti. You can also enjoy your lunch at the Bahariya Oasis, before making your way back to Cairo or Giza.
Includes
- Pickup and drop off at your selected hotel or location in Cairo or Giza
- Entrance fees for historical places mentioned above
- Transportation by private air-conditioned vehicle
- Private 4x4 transportation to the white and black desert
- Overnight camping stay in the desert for 1 night
- A Breakfast, 2 lunches and a dinner
- Professional and licensed tour guide
- Bottled mineral water
- All taxes and service charges
- Any extra services or expenses not mentioned above
- Tipping (not mandatory)
- Personal expenses
Not suitable for
- Children under 2 years
- Pregnant women
- Wheelchair users
COVID-19 precautions
Customers must book this activity online because the ticket office is closed
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- Customers must keep distance in vehicles
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers must bring their own headphones
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
- Customers must fill out a travel information form
- Customers will get a mandatory temperature check
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Important information
What to bring
- Passport
- Comfortable shoes
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Student card
Not allowed
- Pets
- Luggage or large bags
